Author: Paolo Songco

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Paolo has been covering the NBA for the past seven years. He is from the Philippines and holds a bachelor's degree in Management Information Systems from the Ateneo de Manila University (2009). Paolo cut his teeth with ClutchPoints, where he established himself as one of the top and most tenured associate editors on the website. Now with Gridiron Heroics, he is looking to bring his passion and excellent journalism skills to the table.

Josh Jacobs clearly isn’t pleased with the Las Vegas Raiders’ decision to franchise tag him earlier this summer. So much so, that the All-Pro running back has yet to sign his tender as he continues to hold out for a longer-term contract with the Raiders — one that the team clearly does not want to give him at the moment. Jacobs has not been with the team throughout training camp, and there has been some fear that this saga could last even longer than initially expected. Josh Jacobs Expected to Report to Training Camp The good news for Raiders fans…

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Cincinnati Bengals fans were forced to hold their collective breath after superstar quarterback Joe Burrow went down with a non-contact injury earlier in the preseason. It didn’t look good at all as the Pro Bowl QB had to be carted off the field with what would be later determined — fortunately — as a right calf strain. Joe Burrow Looking ‘As Good As Ever,’ Per Zac Taylor The initial diagnosis on Burrow was that he was set to miss multiple weeks because of the injury. The good news for Bengals supporters is that it was later revealed that their star…

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Reports emerged on Monday that All-Pro wide receiver Stefon Diggs is unhappy with his current standing with the Buffalo Bills and that he would like to leave for greener pastures. Diggs is one of the top wideouts in the NFL today, which is why it comes as no surprise that this bombshell report made all sorts of headlines across the league. Stephen A. Smith Reports Steffon Diggs ‘Wants Out’ Stephen A. Smith is one of the most renowned broadcasters in the industry today. This is exactly why many consider him to be a very reliable source. It was the ESPN…

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Before Dalvin Cook agreed to a one-year, $8.6 million deal with the New York Jets to play alongside Aaron Rodgers, one of the teams that were in the race to sign him was the Miami Dolphins. Cook reportedly did not like what the Dolphins had on the table, though, which prompted a move to the Big Apple to feature in the Jets’ new-look offense. Miami, however, seems intent on adding a running back before the start of the new season, and they are now being linked to one that has just been placed on the trade block. Dolphins Could Join…

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The Jonathan Taylor saga appears to be coming to an end soon. This is after the Indianapolis Colts reportedly allowed the All-Pro running back permission to seek a trade amid his offseason contract dispute with the team. By the looks of it, we’ve all already seen Taylor play his last game in a Colts uniform. Colts Name Their Price for Jonathan Taylor NFL insider Adam Schefter broke the news on Monday, reporting that the Colts have decided to allow the 24-year-old to speak with opposing teams ahead of what could be a blockbuster trade for the Pro Bowl RB: “Colts…

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There have been a handful of big names around the NFL who have demanded a trade during the offseason. At this point, it would not be surprising if a few more emerge between now and the trade deadline. Bleacher Report’s Alex Kay believes that Ryan Tannehill of the Tennessee Titans could be the next man up. AFC South: Could Ryan Tannehill Be Next Player to Demand Trade? Tannehill just turned 35 this summer, and it goes without saying that the former Pro Bowl quarterback isn’t getting any younger. He is still expected to start for the Titans this year as…

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With Lamar Jackson still in the mix for 2023, the Baltimore Ravens’ offense is going to cause a lot of problems in the NFL this coming season. However, there’s also no denying that this team could use an upgrade on the defensive side of the game. Baltimore has a good pass rush, but it wouldn’t hurt to add another edge rusher into the mix. According to Seth Walder of ESPN, this is where a guy like Chase Young could come in. Ravens Strike Deal With Commanders for Chase Young Walder proposes that the Ravens negotiate a trade deal with the…

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There’s a lot to be excited about for New York Jets fans this coming season. After all, they are now entering a new era in their franchise amid the arrival of four-time NFL MVP Aaron Rodgers. In order for Rodgers to succeed, however, the Jets will need to surround him with as many formidable weapons as they can. They already have an elite wideout in Garrett Wilson, but you could argue that New York could still use an upgrade for their other WR slot. Jets Go All-In on Mike Evans According to Seth Walder of ESPN, this upgrade could come…

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At this point, Tom Brady has made it abundantly clear that he isn’t coming out of retirement for a second time. This has left the Tampa Bay Buccaneers with a gargantuan hole that they will need to fill at quarterback, which at this point, has been assigned to Baker Mayfield. In truth, the Bucs could do far worse than a guy like Baker Mayfield, but there’s also no denying that they could also do better. Buccaneers Take Gamble on Trey Lance ESPN’s Seth Walder imagines a scenario wherein the Buccaneers opt to make a major move to acquire a potential…

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